Stormwater Engineering Section Manager

Stormwater Engineering Section Manager

Location:

14 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756

Schedule:

Hybrid and Flex Schedules Available Pinellas County’s Stormwater and Parks Capital Improvement Program (CIP) is stably funded by the Penny for Pinellas sales tax which offers an exciting opportunity to develop a diverse and interesting portfolio of projects in one of the most beautiful yet most densely populated areas in Florida. The County is seeking a motivated and collaborative engineering manager with effective communication skills to lead the planning, development, and management of the county’s Stormwater and Parks Capital Improvement Program (CIP).

Example projects include:

Joe's Creek Restoration and Greenway Trail Baypoint Stormwater Conservation Area Brooker Creek Preserve - Four Lakes Hammock Recreation Area Crystal Beach Drainage and Roadway Improvements Lake Seminole Weir Replacement The Stormwater Engineering Section Manager ensures projects are completed on time and on budget, is collaborative with all stakeholders, follows project management best practices, guides and mentors staff, and resolves barriers to program and employee success.

As part of the Pinellas County Public Works team you will report to the Capital Improvements Division Director and help advance our vision to be Florida’s leading public works agency in operational sustainability, enhanced quality of life, and effective stewardship of our infrastructure and natural environment.

This is a professional engineering position responsible for the planning, design, and management of the Stormwater and Parks CIP and related studies within the Public Works Department Capital Improvements Division. The position includes working with internal teams of varying departments and managing internal and consultant design teams for project development, quality analysis, alternatives determination and design. The position assists with prioritizing, scheduling and budgeting of projects consistent with County and Public Works strategic plans and goals and includes coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

The position requires understanding of stormwater management practices. This includes knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, drainage design, green infrastructure, permitting requirements, regulatory compliance, as well as best management practices in project management. This position works closely with the Stormwater Division and Parks and Conservation Resources Department to prioritize and rank CIP projects for implementation and typically provides project coordination throughout construction to the Construction Division.

What Would You Do?

Manages Section staff, plans and direct the work of professional staff and maintain effective working relationships with the staff, other departments, partner organizations, and the public.

Directs staff in the development of projects and implementation of the approved Stormwater and parks capital improvement plan.

Develops solutions to operational and community stormwater issues.

Prepares budgets, schedules, quality standards and work breakdown structures for projects.

Reviews procurement documents, coordinates bidder inquiries, and reviews the analysis of bid submittals. Leads the development of studies, reports, and design plans and ensures QA/QC of work performed.

Trains, motivates, and empowers staff while holding all accountable to meet performance goals.

Establishes goals, objectives, and accountability mechanisms for direct reports.

Leads and/or participates on the County’s Portfolio Project Management Team and ranking committees to determine project goals, budget, schedule, and priorities.

Addresses civic organizations or other public or private groups on subjects…